Our second mission, Odin, is set to launch this year aboard Intuitive Machines' IM-2 lunar mission. Odin’s role is to gather critical imagery of the target asteroid, preparing the way for our next mission, Vestri, which will aim to land on the asteroid and begin extraction.
We mine asteroids to extract valuable minerals in space at a lower cost and smaller carbon footprint than the current terrestrial mining methods.
Platinum group metals (PGMs) are integral to a variety of critical technologies, including catalytic converters, clean energy solutions, and medical instruments. As we advance towards a decarbonized economy, the demand for these precious metals is set to rise.
Every year, terrestrial mining for PGMs contributes to the destruction of over 50,000 acres of pristine land and generates millions of tons of toxic waste.
Extracting these resources from asteroids is more cost-effective and results in zero impact on our planet, contributing to a greener and more profitable Earth.
